Activities at Maidenhead and Cookham Commons

Pinkneys Drive - Maidenhead Commons
A great place to have a picnic, whether it be in the cool shade under the canopy of Pinkneys Drive woods, or amongst a sea of colours in the wide and open expanse of the wildflower meadow.

Winter highlights around the Maidenhead and Cookham Commons
Enjoy the landscape of the Commons on a winter walk. From migrating birds to majestic deer, you can see some of the best of nature against the frosty backdrop of the colder months.

The short Wind in the Willows walk
The shorter of the two Wind in the Willows walks takes in the sights and sounds of Cookham Dean, meandering past the boyhood home of Kenneth Grahame, before venturing through the 'wild wood' at Quarry and Fultness Woods
- Moderate
- 1 hour 15 mins
- 3.0 miles (4.8km)

The long Wind in the Willows walk
Discover the farmland, woodland and quiet village lanes that inspired Kenneth Grahame, author of the classic children's tale 'The Wind in the Willows'.
- Moderate
- 2 hours 30 mins
- 5.0 miles (8.0km)

Maidenhead Thicket - Maidenhead Commons
The Thicket offers varied walking routes throughout the seasons with highlights including clumps of snowdrops in spring and a golden canopy of oak and lime leaves in autumn.

Maidenhead Commons trail
Wander across grass meadows of Pinkneys Green, through coppice woodland at Winter Hill Road Woods, to a former brick works, which is now a nature reserve, and through the beautiful mixed woodland of Maidenhead Thicket
- Moderate
- 1 hour 45 mins
- 7.0 miles (11.25km)

Cookham wetland and wildlife trail
Discover the wildlife and wetlands of the Thames valley, whilst enjoying magnificent views of 'The Mount' at Cookham Dean, Cliveden House and Taplow Court.
- Easy
- 45 mins
- 3.0 miles (4.8km)

Cock Marsh - Cookham Commons
Situated on the banks of the River Thames, opposite the town of Bourne End, the chalk grasslands of Cock Marsh make for a pleasant riverside stroll.

Pinkneys Green - Maidenhead Commons
A meander through our hay meadows at Pinkneys Green will reveal a rich variety of grasses, flowers and buzzing insects that have made their home in this expanse of open grassland.

Widbrook Common - Cookham Commons
Winding its way through the common is the stream of White Brook, more traditionally known as Withe-brook, named after the willow trees that are still found along its banks.

Cookham Moor - Cookham Commons
At the very heart of Cookham Village, the Moor is often a focal point for local events and fetes. It’s also a great starting point for and extended walk along the river Thames to Cock Marsh.

The Commons of Cookham Dean - Cookham Commons
These collections of commons are central to the character of Cookham Dean and create a chain of grassland habitats through the landscape.

Winter Hill - Cookham Commons
Rising to a height of 280 feet, Winter Hill offers panoramic views over the River Thames towards Marlow.

Cookham and Cock Marsh walk
Discover the long history of Cookham village, learn about celebrated locals and take a wander through the wildlife-rich chalk grasslands of Cock Marsh.
- Moderate
- 1 hour 30 mins
- 4.0 miles (6.4km)